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Stop hiding your failures. Publish them. (Here’s why.)

The Challenge We’re Solving Today Many teachers think they should only talk about their wins when applying for jobs. But here’s a secret: talking about a mistake you made (and how you fixed it) can actually help you get hired. Why? Because solving problems with other adults (like teammates or sc...

Oct 18, 2025

“I keep seeing AI in job posts. What am I supposed to do with it?”

If you’re seeing AI in job posts and thinking:“I’m not a tech person... is this job not for me?” Good news:You don’t need to code.You don’t need to build robots.You just need to use AI tools to make your job easier — and be able to talk about that in interviews. Why AI Is in So Many Jobs Now AI...

Oct 11, 2025

The first 50 words decide your fate.

Let’s be real, my friend. You’ve probably spent hours on your resume, polished your LinkedIn profile, and written a few bajillion cover letters… and yet, no callbacks. Here’s what most people don’t realize: recruiters (and hiring managers) only need a few seconds to make a decision. If your firs...

Oct 04, 2025

Your stories are good. Your endings are weak.

Let’s get real for a second. You’ve been told that telling stories in interviews is essential... and it is. But even great stories don’t land if they end like a shrug. You describe the problem. You explain what you did. You walk them through your process… And then? You stop. In psychology, this...

Sep 27, 2025

The Luxury of Doing Less (and Getting Hired Faster)

Summary: Feeling stuck in your job search? You're likely doing too much. Learn how working within constraints creates clarity and momentum. Use a simple 25-minute move to cut through the noise and focus on what actually gets results. The Challenge We're Solving Today You’re juggl...

Sep 20, 2025

Default path: “I taught kids.” Better path: “I moved adults.”

The Challenge We’re Solving Today When you sit down to write your résumé, do you find yourself saying things like: “I taught 5th grade math.” “I built fun lesson plans.” “I helped kids grow.” It’s what most of us do. But here’s the problem... outside of schools, hiring managers aren’t lo...

Sep 13, 2025

“Can I realistically hit $90K+ without another degree?”

Read on my website / Read time: 3 minutes The Challenge We’re Solving Today “I’m applying to jobs, but my resume still reads like a teacher. Will they take me seriously?” Companies don’t pay $90K+ for experience alone.They pay for alignment between what they need and what you’ve done. If your ...

Sep 06, 2025

“I don’t have a portfolio. How do I show I can do the job?” Use my Proof-of-Work Technique.

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Aug 30, 2025

Remote vs Hybrid Jobs — What's Available and What to Do Now

“Where did all the remote jobs go?” If you’ve been hitting “Remote” in every job filter and still coming up dry… you’re not imagining things. I hear this every week: “Steph, I can’t relocate. But every job I’m qualified for says hybrid. What now?” Here's what I want you to know: Fully remote r...

Aug 23, 2025

Yes, Teachers Are Getting Out in 2025. Here’s Proof.

"Is it actually still possible to leave teaching this year?" You've likely been wondering that maybe while standing in the hallway under those buzzing flourescent lights or staring at your classroom walls wondering how you’re still here, I want you to know: I see you and I've got you. Also, the ...

Aug 16, 2025

How to Pick a Career When You Like Too Many Things

The Challenge We're Solving Today You like a lot of things. That’s great! That means you can do SO MANY THINGS. Buuuuut, it can make it really hard to choose what to do next in your career. Every time you start to pick something, you think: “What if I choose the wrong thing and waste a whole ...

Aug 09, 2025

Want To Know Who's Hiring Right Now? Here's How To Find Them.

Read on my website / Read time: 3 minutes You're applying for jobs, but it feels like you’re always late to the party. By the time you see a posting, it already has hundreds of applicants.Meanwhile, you're wondering: Where the hell are these "hidden" roles people keep talking about? Here's where...

Aug 02, 2025

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